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About Edge of the Crater
Edge of the Crater is located along the Vaal River, just 20 km from Savannah Game & River Retreat in Parys, Free State. It is approximately 120 km from Johannesburg and 40 km from Potchefstroom. Surrounded by natural landscapes and the calls of birdlife such as the African Fish Eagle, this destination offers a serene escape from the demands of everyday life, inviting visitors to relax, explore, and reconnect with nature.
Self Catering Accommodation
The property offers 21 fully furnished chalets, cabins, and holiday homes, each designed to maximize views of the river and surrounding wildlife. Every unit features comfortable bedrooms with private bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, a welcoming living area, and a patio with braai facilities.
Select accommodations provide additional amenities including air-conditioning, ceiling fans, dedicated entertainment areas, and private swimming pools. Detailed descriptions and photographs of each unit are available below, to assist guests in selecting the ideal unit for their stay.
Activities
Edge of the Crater is home to a variety of wildlife, including blesbuck, springbok, duiker, and the rare white bok. Guests can choose a tranquil retreat or embrace adventure with hiking trails, 4x4 routes, and other outdoor pursuits. Beyond the property, the region presents opportunities for ziplining, river rafting, abseiling, and skydiving, ensuring a memorable experience for both leisure and business travelers.
Events Venue
The property also functions as a flexible events venue, catering to weddings, team-building retreats, small conferences, and corporate planning sessions. The modern facilities are equipped with presentation technology and can be arranged to suit the specific needs of up to 100 delegates.
Area Attractions
Situated within the Vredefort Dome, the world’s oldest and largest meteorite impact site and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Edge of the Crater combines geological importance with cultural significance. The surrounding region is primarily agricultural, with farms producing tobacco, corn, sorghum, and cattle, yet it has grown into a favored weekend escape due to its accessibility from Johannesburg.
The nearby town of Parys, just 20 km away, offers both charm and convenience, while Potchefstroom is 40 km from the property. Where the Vaal River meets the town, it stretches nearly a kilometre, shaded by willows and ideal for boating, fishing, and a variety of water activities.
Features you'll appreciate
- pet friendly
- swimming
pool - air-con
- parking
- kitchen
- braai / bbq
In Room / Unit
- Air-conditioning
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Fan(s)
- Kitchen (fully equipped)
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
On Site
- Child friendly (all ages)
- Garden(s)
- Parking (off street)
- Pets allowed (by arrangement)
- Smoking: in demarcated areas
- Smoking: none indoors
- Swimming pool
Food & Drink
- Braai / barbeque (BBQ)
Languages Spoken
- English
- Afrikaans
Rooms & Rates
Select your check-in and check-out dates to view availability and the rates applicable.
4-Bedroom Riverfront House
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 8 guests (max 8 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
This riverfront house has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms (one with a bath and 2 with showers). The home features a full kitchen, a lounge and dining area, and a large patio with a braai area. Access to a communal swimming pool. Air-con in one room.
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Kitchen (fully equipped)
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
Classic 1-Bedroom Cottage
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 2 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
This cottage offers 1 air-conditioned bedroom with a queen-size bed and an en-suite bathroom. The unit features a living area with a sleeper couch for 2 kids, a kitchen, and a patio with a braai area. Access to a communal swimming pool.
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Kitchen (fully equipped)
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
Riverfront Chalet
Qty: 6
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
Each double-storey thatched-roof chalet has an upstairs bedroom with a double bed. Downstairs, there is a kitchen, a fireplace and 2 single beds in the living area. The bathroom has a shower. There is a braai area in front of the unit.
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Kitchen (fully equipped)
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
Deluxe Riverview Home with Private Pool
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 6 guests (max 6 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
This triple-storey house boasts a private pool, a braai, a living area, and a bathroom with a shower on the ground floor. The kitchen, 1st bedroom, 2nd bathroom, and living area are on the 2nd floor. The 3rd floor is an open-plan loft bedroom.
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Kitchen (fully equipped)
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
Classic Riverview Cabin
Qty: 5
Sleeps: 4 guests (max 4 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
Each 4-sleeper wooden cabin is on the riverbank, comprising 1 bedroom with a queen-size bed, 1 bathroom, and 2 single beds in the air-conditioned living area, a kitchen, and a built-in braai area. These units are near to the communal pool.
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Kitchen (fully equipped)
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
5-Bedroom Riverfront House
Qty: 1
Sleeps: 10 guests (max 10 adults)
Children: from 0-18 years are allowed
This air-conditioned home has 5 bedrooms and 4 en-suite bathrooms. The house features 2 entertainment areas, a fully equipped kitchen, an open-plan living and dining area that leads out onto a balcony that has a braai and a private pool.
- Bathroom (en-suite)
- Bathroom towels supplied
- Bed linen supplied
- Complimentary toiletries
- Kitchen (fully equipped)
- Patio / verandah / balcony
- Smoking: not allowed
- Tea and coffee facilities
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Need to Know
Response timeEdge of the Crater typically responds to requests in 5-10 minutes.
Child policyChildren of all ages are welcome.
Closest airport(s)OR Tambo International - 160km
Pilanesberg Airport - 234km
Bloemfontein Airport - 329km
Check-in/-out timesCheck-in from 14h00
Check-out by 10h00
Payment methods accepted by the property EFT or secure online payment via SA-Venues.com
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